August Sleevers?! Where Ya's At?

[alliecat1095 128]

@minniemouse I as well start my diet tomorrow.. good luck. Keep me posted on your progress..

[Southern Oregon 30]

^{aarrrrhhhh, I would feel ever so much more positive about the whole experience if I hadn't gained .8 pounds between yesterday and today on the pre-op diet (protein drinks all day and a dinner of approximately 350 calories....). The last time I seriously dieted, was optifast--lost 17 lbs the first week and then 2 lbs in the next EIGHT weeks while maintaining a steady 800 calories a day. (okay, I admit it, I don't exercise), I figure my body thought I was in a coma and shut down the metabolism completely. So, wasn't expecting much with the preop.....finally hit 10 pounds after about 1.5 weeks but to GO BACKWARD (YES, I know it is probably Water weight, but STILLLLL.......).}

^{anyone else GAINING weight on the pre -op?}

[Southern Oregon 30]

cross posted in the August 13th Sleeve Group and on the FB page:

okay, I am an organizer of sorts. So, the August 13thers (and the slightly before and slightly after) who are in Tijuana......I believe at least two/three of the docs use the Marriott. I am traveling alone so by Wednesday, I will be stir crazy for someone to talk to. Who else is gonna be at the Marriott? Let's pm each other and get something going!!! I think a conga line dance around the yummy buffet that we can't enjoy will be a good start. :P

[MamaMelly 97]

^{aarrrrhhhh, I would feel ever so much more positive about the whole experience if I hadn't gained .8 pounds between yesterday and today on the pre-op diet (protein drinks all day and a dinner of approximately 350 calories....). The last time I seriously dieted, was optifast--lost 17 lbs the first week and then 2 lbs in the next EIGHT weeks while maintaining a steady 800 calories a day. (okay, I admit it, I don't exercise), I figure my body thought I was in a coma and shut down the metabolism completely. So, wasn't expecting much with the preop.....finally hit 10 pounds after about 1.5 weeks but to GO BACKWARD (YES, I know it is probably Water weight, but STILLLLL.......).}

^{anyone else GAINING weight on the pre -op?}

Oh girlie give yourself a break! Don't weigh yourself every day! I only lost 8ish lbs on preop, and I've seen others lose upwards of 15-20.

Wait a few days, weight again, and I'm positive you will see different results

Today is the day. Driving from LA to Tijuana now -- 134 miles to go.

This scripture was the focus of my devotion today!

"For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us." (Romans 8:18)

Please keep me in your prayers. May God be with everyone who is having surgery today or is recovering from surgery.

Don't know what I would do without you guys!

Lara

Thank you for sharing that wonderful verse. I just said some prayers for you. Keep us posted!

[Shaniceh01 28]

my surgery is really thursday...one more day to go, i'm getting nervous but i'm so ready for the change. good luck to those who had surgery today

[StormWarning 194]

Well Surgery was yesterday, I survived, sleep last night, and walking today I survived. Some minor gas pains in tummy area nothing that can't be handled. This surgery went off without a hitch and truly was a breeze. Of course I have already had so many pointers from SweetSusie who went in July, and then Allnewme and Icandothis 2 and 4 days ago, so I had a great idea of what to expect.

I just got startled a moment ago by the dentist and ended up hurting my tummy, and Jessica was so nice she went to get me some pain meds. My next goal is just waiting to be discharged tomorrow so I get home to my own bed and environment.

Anyone battling worries, fear, etc over this surgery, please do try to relax. I've had nothing but a great experience. No nausea, no heaves, very very little pain etc. Could not have been any better.

[dizzylizzy83 8]

Oh my gosh my surgery is tomorrow. Dr.'s office just called to confirm tomorrow 5am .... AHHHH can't hold in the exciment. I have a smile from ear to ear today! I'm ready for the first day of the rest of my heathy (skinny) life! Lol

[Remodeling.Me 41]

my surgery is really thursday...one more day to go, i'm getting nervous but i'm so ready for the change. good luck to those who had surgery today

Mine is Thursday, too, Shaniceh01! I'd be lying if I said I wasn't nervous, too, but I'm so ready to get through this & get on w/ my new journey!! Good luck these last few days.

[kimmyiet 40]

Futureskinnypants, Sv2, Sweeteelme, Dizzylizzy83 & Krr you are all up to BAT tomorrow.. Good Luck to you all!! God watch over all that are having their surgery on Aug 8th and guide the hands of the surgeons, in Jesus name.. Amen..

[Serendipity 1]

Hello

I'm being sleeved on the 21st August.

Linda

[Tammy Ansley 16]

I will be traveling alone, and I am naturally very apprehensive. Guess I will just have to suck it up and wear my big girl panties. I am thrilled to be active here instead of a lurker.

I would SO go with you if I could!!! Just so you dont have to be alone...but remember, you are never alone as we are all here with you!

[Back~To~Amy 307]

I just wanted to say that you August sleevers are impressive with your post count of 1540 and counting!

Best of luck to you all!

[MamaMelly 97]

I just wanted to say that you August sleevers are impressive with your post count of 1540 and counting!

Best of luck to you all!

I have to agree! I've perused other month threads, and when i saw that there were only a few 100 a figured I had missed some or something! LoL

We are lucky to have such a big, supportive group!

[ebe 9]

Hi all! I'm being sleeved on 8/17. I am on day 3 of pre op diet! I can't believe I have 12 days left. Good luck to all that are changing their lives for the better this month! -Emily

Hey we doing it the same day !!!!

[MamaMelly 97]

So for those who have been sleeved already this month, where are you at in your liquid intake? Even with sip, sip, sipping I feel like I'm always falling a little short of the goals the clinic set for myself.